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Islanders vs. Wild Prediction: Minnesota Predicted to Win Saturday's NHL Matchup [2/8/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Our expert prediction for Saturday's NY Islanders vs Minnesota Wild matchup.
NHL action continues on Saturday at 8:00PM ET as the NY Islanders take on the Minnesota Wild at Xcel Energy Center.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects the Wild as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has used the latest data to run 10,000 simulations of Saturday's NY Islanders-Minnesota game," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"By incorporating recent updates and various other inputs, we estimate that the Wild are more likely to win, while the Islanders have a lower chance of victory."
For a closer look at Saturday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Islanders vs. Wild predictions page.
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Islanders vs. Wild Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NHL game between the Islanders and Wild 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Wild a 56% chance of defeating the Islanders.
According to our model, the Islanders (+1.5) have a 65% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 5.5 goals has a 51% chance of staying under.
Islanders vs. Wild Odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Islanders | Wild |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-198) | -1.5 (+170) |
| Moneyline | +130 | -150 |
| Total | o5.5 (+100) | u5.5 (-118) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Islanders vs. Wild Picks and Best Bets
Our model's biggest edge in today's Islanders vs. Wild matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, matched against the current odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our full set of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Islanders vs. Wild Player Props
Who will score an anytime goal in Islanders vs. Wild?
According to our model, Minnesota's Matt Boldy is most likely to score the first goal in Islanders vs. Wild.
Our projections give Boldy an 8.7% chance of scoring the first goal at Xcel Energy Center, while the Wild star is a 38.1% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
NY Islanders
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Bo Horvat | 6.7% |
| Anders Lee | 5.0% |
| Brock Nelson | 4.9% |
Minnesota Wild
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Matt Boldy | 8.7% |
| Marco Rossi | 6.2% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 5.1% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
NY Islanders
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Bo Horvat | 29.6% |
| Brock Nelson | 26.8% |
| Anders Lee | 23.4% |
Minnesota Wild
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Matt Boldy | 38.1% |
| Marco Rossi | 29.2% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 26.6% |
Isles vs. Wild Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Saturday's game between the Wild and Islanders at Xcel Energy Center is scheduled to begin at 8:00PM ET.
- Who: NY Islanders vs. Minnesota Wild
- Date: Saturday, February 8, 2025
- Time: 8:00PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Xcel Energy Center
Dimers.com's in-depth preview of Saturday's Islanders vs. Wild matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any NY Islanders vs. Minnesota picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Conclusion
We predict the Wild, with a 56% win probability, will likely beat the Islanders on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Islanders vs. Wild insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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